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Free litter bags. Courtesy of the Washington Department of Ecology.

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WA Department of Ecology launches “Simple As That” campaign to prevent littering

From January-July 2022, 816 tons of litter and debris were removed from Washington roadsides.

Washington’s monthly self-sufficiency standard compared to ABD maximum monthly payment standards and SSI maximum monthly payment standards. Courtesy of DSHS.

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First time in history: DSHS increases cash assistance grants for Aged, Blind or Disabled program

In 2021, about one third of program recipients experienced homelessness, according to DSHS.

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Washington healthcare providers will begin offering COVID vaccine boosters

Washington is allocated 191,100 bivalent booster doses, which will be available this week.

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COVID-19 boosters targeting Omicron now authorized for certain individuals

Washington is allocated 191,100 bivalent booster doses, which will be available this week.

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Temporary special deputy appointed to support improvements inside King County correctional facilities

Megan Pedersen will immediately fill the position, with a focus on addressing staffing shortages.

Executive Dow Constantine. Courtesy of King County.

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County executive announces coalition to tackle King County’s degrading state of behavioral health care

The policy proposals will be delivered to the King Couty Council next month.

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DOH opens call center to answer questions about monkeypox virus

Washingtonians can now call 1-833-829-HELP for any questions relating to the monkeypox virus.

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Free vaccination events provide required back-to-school immunizations

In 2021, 13% fewer vaccinations were administered to King County children ages 4-5.

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State’s response to monkeypox led Seattle doctor to visit Canada for vaccine

As of Aug. 3, at least 166 people in Washington had tested positive for the monkeypox virus.

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U.S. Department of Commerce awards $47 million in grants to WA organizations

The grants will assist with workforce development programs.

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DOH launches new telehealth option to expand COVID-19 treatment access

Inunsured Washingtonians will now have access to free telehealth consultations and treatment.

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Studio East brings back StoryBook Theater in the Park for a second year

Free performances will take place in Kirkland, Bellevue, Renton, Duvall and Seattle.

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July proclaimed as Juvenile Rehabilitation Staff Appreciation Month

DCYF’s Juvenile Rehabilitation system serves over 700 youth throughout the state.

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Third round of Pandemic EBT to arrive in late July for eligible families

The DSHS benefits program assists school-aged children facing food insecurity.

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988 national suicide, crisis hotline to launch soon

The three-digit calling code goes live July 16.

Sheriff Patti Cole-Tindall. Courtesy of King County.

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King County Sheriff’s Office to implement changes on public safety deliverance

Sheriff Patti Cole-Tindall will begin implementing new changes to the agency in September.

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Sexual assault advocates speak out about loss of bodily autonomy following Roe v. Wade decision

According to the CDC, 15% of rape assaults across the nation result in pregnancy.

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Federal government announces monkeypox vaccine distribution to WA

State has been allotted 398 courses of the 2-dose JYNNEOS monkeypox vaccine.

Reproductive rights protest at Cal Anderson Park on May 14, 2022. Hannah Saunders/Sound Publishing

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The falling of Roe v. Wade: Through the eyes of a local abortion access hotline volunteer

The Northwest Abortion Access Fund (NWAAF) is already receiving calls from people in Texas and Louisiana.

Dr. Faisal Khan. Courtesy of King County.

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Dr. Faisal Khan appointed as next King County health director

Dennis Worsham will continue to serve as interim director until September 6.